4th of July in Northern Virginia: Fireworks Info, Latest Forecast, Safety Tips, More

Independence Day is almost here, and we've got the info you need for the 4th of July festivities:

There will be professional fireworks displays all over the Atlanta region, many tied to community events. Top of the list: fireworks on the National Mall. See more:

• 4th of July Fireworks Guide: Northern Virginia and D.C. 2016 Events
• 4th of July Fireworks on National Mall 2016: When and Where to Watch

4th of July Weather

The closer we get to July 4th, the more likely it'll be a miserable day for holiday events, according to forecasts.

Showers are expected to arrive early Monday morning, with showers and possibly a thunderstorm continuing into Monday night. See more:

• 4th of July Weekend Weather in Virginia: Rain, Storms Likely on Holiday
  

Fireworks Safety

Last year was the worst year for fireworks injuries in at least 15 years, according to a report released Thursday by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Eleven people died in 2015 using fireworks, the report said, and an estimated 11,900 people were taken to the hospital with fireworks-related injuries. See more:

• Fourth Of July Firework Injuries: Most In 15 Years, New Report Says
• Jason Pierre-Paul, Giants Player That Blew His Fingers Off, Stars in Fireworks Safety Video

On the Road

More than 1 million Virginians were expected to hit the road this weekend — the busiest travel period of the summer, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic. Traffic heading south on Interstate 95 on Friday afternoon was backed up 15 miles through Fredericksburg. See more:

• 4th of July Virginia Travel: Traffic Backed Up 15 miles on I-95 Friday
• D.C. Traffic: 'We're Never Getting Home' (Viral Video)

Enforcement

Virginia State Police will be patrolling heavily on area highways during peak travel times. Last year, during the 2015 July Fourth weekend, Virginia troopers arrested 96 drunk drivers and cited 8,978 speeders and 2,266 reckless drivers. See more:

• 4th of July Weekend: Virginia State Police to Beef Up Patrols

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